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TMD Friction Labor Dispute Disrupts Auto Supply

TMD Friction Labor Dispute Disrupts Auto Supply

TMD Friction‘s ongoing labor dispute at its Hartlepool factory has escalated, with Unite, the UK’s primary union, highlighting the deepening crisis. The company, a key supplier of brake components to prestigious automotive brands including Rolls Royce, Ford, Nissan, Toyota, Bentley,…

The 2023 Toyota Prius was thoroughly redesigned and improved.

Prius Keeps Advancing Hybrid Form

CHATHAM, Mass. – At the turn of the (present) century Toyota brought something unique to the American market – the world’s first production hybrid passenger vehicle, the Prius. The company now sells 10 different hybrid models (HEV), two plug-in hybrids…

TBR Drives reviews the '24 Toyota Grand Highlander on January 8th.

TBR Drives off for New Year’s Day

TBR Drives is off for the New Years Day holiday and returns next week with a review of the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, the Japanese automaker’s new three-row sport-utility vehicle (SUV). The Grand Highlander, at 201-inches long, fits between the…

Volvo S60 Recharge Ultimate AWD Black Edition

S60 Recharges Volvo Brand

CHATHAM, Mass. – Tell someone at your high school reunion you drive a Volvo sedan, and they will think you and your car are safe, solid, uninspiring – all the personality of Birkenstock sandals. Drive up in a 2023 Volvo…

Mintex Launches New Braking Components

Mintex Launches New Braking Components

TMD Friction UK, a prominent braking expert, has expanded its Mintex product line to better serve the passenger car and light commercial vehicle markets. The latest additions include three brake discs, three brake pads, and four wear leads, enhancing the…

Crosstrek Better Than Ever

CHATHAM, Mass. – Familiarity breeds contempt is a proverb with roots in the 5th Century, but when it comes to the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek familiarity breeds admiration and respect. I have owned a first generation Crosstrek Premium since 2015, reviewed…

2024 Tacoma: Enhanced Brakes, Advanced Safety

2024 Tacoma: Enhanced Brakes, Advanced Safety

Toyota is setting new benchmarks in the mid-size pickup truck segment with the launch of the all-new 2024 Tacoma. This model, completely overhauled for 2024, combines Toyota’s legacy of durability with cutting-edge technology and safety features. Notably, the Tacoma showcases…

Mintex Racing Aids Veterans at Annual Race

Mintex Racing Aids Veterans at Annual Race

Mintex Racing, the esteemed braking brand under TMD Friction, recently announced its involvement in the 2023 Race of Remembrance at Anglesey Circuit. This event, held over the Remembrance weekend in November, featured a challenging 12-hour endurance race. The race was…

JURATEK Expands Premium Braking Range

JURATEK Expands Premium Braking Range

JURATEK, a leader in automotive brake systems, has significantly expanded its product line with the addition of 35 new references to its premium braking range. This expansion includes various essential components such as brake discs, pads, calipers, shoes, hoses, and…

ADVICS Launches New EPB Actuator Kits

ADVICS Launches New EPB Actuator Kits

ADVICS, renowned for its brake system products, has unveiled its latest line of electric parking brake (EPB) actuator kits in North America. These kits are designed to latch onto a vehicle’s caliper, simplifying the process of engaging the parking brake.…

Delphi Expands Braking Range for 2023

Delphi Expands Braking Range for 2023

Delphi is significantly enhancing its braking product offerings, with a focus on being first-to-market (F2M). With an average of 300 new braking parts launched annually, the company has amplified its pace in 2023. Notably, new pads have been introduced for…

EBC Brakes will continue its 40th anniversary celebration at the SEMA show

EBC Brings 40th Anniversary to SEMA

NORTHAMPTON, U.K. —EBC Brakes will again host a large booth at the monstrous Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show Oct. 31-Nov. 3, this time commemorating its 40th anniversary with the addition of two significant vehicle-build launches from Petrolheadonism and Powernation TV.…

JURATEK announced its latest range-extension products

JURATEK Reveals Latest Products

DONCASTER, U.K. — Braking brand JURATEK has unveiled the latest new-to-range references in its popular braking product group, with the introduction of 65 new part numbers to meet increased demand and offer more vehicle parc coverage. JURATEK’s additions include six brake…

Mintex has expanded its braking components range

Mintex Expands Range

CLECKHEATON, United Kingdom — Braking specialist TMD Friction UK has introduced two new brake discs and three new brake pads to its Mintex product portfolio, widening its vehicle coverage to meet the needs of the expanding vehicle parc. New Mintex…

EBC added big brake kits for the Supra GR

EBC Adds Supra GR Big Brake Kits

NORTHAMPTON, U.K. – EBC Brakes has taken a giant leap forward in the performance braking market with the introduction of its all-new Apollo Big Brake Kits for the Toyota GR Supra, designed to deliver unparalleled stopping power and upgrade capabilities.…